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RNZ 1394

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,941 mi
Last recorded114,941 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNZ 1394
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2019 114,941 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 89,823 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 74,959 miles

Nearside Rear advise unable to complete seat belt check due to child seat being fitted

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' surface scratches to front screen (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 63,006 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front shock absorbers light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 28 Jan 2015 51,122 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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RNZ 1394 is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RNZ 1394, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RNZ 1394?

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What year was RNZ 1394 registered?

RNZ 1394 is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 January 2012.

Is RNZ 1394 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNZ 1394 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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